Inhouse Clinical Research Associate

Role Summary

The Inhouse Clinical Research Associate (IHCRA) provides in-house support to the clinical team according to project requirements, ICH GCP guidelines, local or global regulatory requirements and Novotech or Client SOPs.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the clinical team's inhouse activities on assigned projects.
  
• Co-ordinate and maintain clinical study documentation in the Trial Master Files (TMF) including the tracking of documents, preparation for internal/external audits, conducting routine QC reviews and final reconciliation, according to the requirements of ICH GCP and Novotech (or client) SOPs.
  
• Support the clinical team in essential document development, collection and management process including any translations according to Good Documentation Practice, ICH GCP and Novotech (or client) SOPs.
  
• Manage the Clinical Trial Management System (CTMS), ensuring site compliance scores are maintained to a high level and entered in accordance with company requirements. Follow up with relevant team to update and maintain site milestones, subject tracking and PISCF's, ensuring accuracy and completeness of the data.
  
• Create the Investigator Site Files, co-ordinating the ordering, dispatch and tracking of trial materials (e.g., patient cards and diaries, lab supplies, drug supplies, etc.) according to the logistical requirements of the study. Ensure safe and orderly storage of study materials at Novotech and maintain stock reports as requested by the PM/CRA.
  
• May assist the CRAs with the preparation of onsite or remote monitoring visits and follow-up action items from previous monitoring visits.
  
• May assist IRB submission (safety reporting: other site SUSAR, Line listing, DSUR, including site communication, CSR submission etc.) including tracker management during project maintenance and close out phase.
  
• May assist with site specific Clinical Trial Agreement (CTA) and budget negotiation. Prepare and amend the CTA within agreed negotiation parameters and policies. Work closely with the Project Management, Clinical Operations and Legal teams to facilitate timely execution of CTA.
  
• Prepare and update site Subject Visit Template (SVT)'s in accordance with site budgets.
  
  Qualifications
  
• Relevant experience/qualifications in Life Sciences or related field or administration would be preferable. Experience working in the pharmaceutical, CRO or healthcare industry is advantageous.
  
• Entry to less than 2 years' experience as inhouse CRA or relevant roles
  
  Salary Band - $65,000 - 75,000 Salary offered will be based on candidates experience level.
  
  Novotech is proud to offer a great workplace. We are committed to being an employer of choice for gender equality and providing an inclusive work environment where everyone is treated fairly and with respect.
  
  Our team members are passionate about what we do, but we understand work is only one of the things that is important to them. We support our team members with flexible working options, paid parental leave for both parents, flexible leave entitlements, wellness programs and ongoing development programs.
  
  We are looking for people who are passionate about working clinical research and biotech, including people who identify as LGBTIQ+, have a disability or have caring responsibilities.
  
  We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer and commit to respond to every application. We look forward to talking to you about working at Novotech.